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Bob Hartley surveyed his coaching staff, players, management and even the ownership group and concluded the choice to be the next captain of the Calgary Flames was “clear-cut.”

We surveyed the fans and found the same thing.

More than half of respondents — about 54%, to be more precise — to the Calgary Sun’s online poll figure it’s time to stitch the ‘C’ on Mark Giordano’s sweater.

The 29-year-old defenceman, who has been serving as an alternate captain at the Saddledome, certainly wouldn’t object to the move.

“I think anyone would love to wear a ‘C’, anytime,” Giordano told reporters on the opening day of Flames training camp. “Any of the 750 players would answer, ‘Yes.’ ”

While any of the Flames would be honoured to wear a letter, Giordano seems to be the obvious choice as Jarome Iginla’s successor in Calgary.

Speedy winger Curtis Glencross was the runner-up in our online poll, receiving about one-quarter of the votes.

Michael Cammalleri was third in the voting, although he’s already cast his ballot for Giordano, saying the rugged rearguard “would be a great captain of this group.”

“I think Gio could definitely be the guy,” agreed Flames centre Matt Stajan. “Time will tell if it is.”

Hartley has made up his mind, but it’s unknown when he plans to reveal his choice.

“What we’re looking for from this guy is to be an example,” Hartley said. “And I think this guy, he is a great example — an example of commitment, dedication, takes care of everyone. I thought it was an easy choice.”